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Coty Inc. reports recurring developments in its global beauty business, spanning prestige fragrances, color cosmetics, skin and body care, and mass-market beauty products. Company updates frequently cover sales trends by division, cash flow, debt reduction, product launches and campaigns for licensed fragrance franchises such as Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss, Burberry and Gucci.
News also reflects Coty's strategic and governance agenda, including the Coty.Curated framework, board refreshes, executive leadership changes and technology initiatives such as enterprise AI adoption. The company sells prestige and mass-market products in more than 120 countries and territories, giving its updates a recurring focus on brand investment, regional performance and portfolio priorities.
Coty Inc. reported a strong first quarter of fiscal 2022 with revenues increasing by 22% to $1.37 billion, exceeding guidance. Prestige business saw a remarkable 35% growth, particularly in fragrances. E-commerce grew by 23%, while Consumer Beauty rose by 4%. Gross margins expanded by 460 bps to 63.2%, enabling a significant increase in marketing spend. The company raised its FY22 sales outlook to low-to-mid teens growth and anticipates at least $900 million adjusted EBITDA, showcasing the effectiveness of its strategic initiatives.
Coty Inc. (NYSE: COTY) will host its Investor Day on Thursday, November 18, 2021, starting at 8:30 a.m. ET. This event will take place at the New York Stock Exchange and will be available via live webcast. The leadership team will present the company’s vision, strategy, and financial outlook, followed by a Q&A session. Due to COVID-19 safety measures, in-person attendance is limited to fully vaccinated individuals. The livestream can be accessed on Coty's Investor Relations website.
Coty Inc. announced a definitive agreement to sell a 9% stake in Wella to KKR for $426.5 million, redeeming half of KKR's convertible preferred shares, which reduces KKR’s ownership in Coty to 5.2%. This transaction reflects a 50% appreciation in Wella’s value since Coty’s prior sale. Coty retains a 30.6% stake in Wella, valued at $1.38 billion. The deal simplifies Coty’s capital structure, yielding an annual dividend savings of $26 million. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 FY22.
Coty (NYSE: COTY) has announced a partnership with Perfect Corp. to enhance its beauty brands' digital marketing capabilities through augmented reality and artificial intelligence. This multi-channel agreement aims to improve virtual try-ons, skin diagnostics, and personalized shopping experiences for well-known brands like CoverGirl and Sally Hansen. Additionally, the partnership seeks to enrich in-store experiences, aligning with current consumer preferences for hygiene and safety. The initiative is part of Coty's broader 'Digital-First Omnichannel' strategy.
Coty Inc. (NYSE: COTY) has announced the pricing of a public secondary offering of 50,000,088 shares of its Class A common stock by KKR Rainbow Aggregator L.P. at $8.53 per share. The shares will be issued upon the conversion of 285,576 shares of Coty’s Series B Convertible Preferred Stock held by KKR. Post-offering, KKR will retain approximately 10.9% of Coty’s outstanding Class A common stock. The offering is expected to close on September 10, 2021, subject to customary conditions. Morgan Stanley is the underwriter for the offering.
Coty Inc. (NYSE:COTY) announced a registered public secondary offering of 50,000,000 shares of its Class A common stock, all sold by KKR Rainbow Aggregator L.P. Coty will not sell any shares or receive any proceeds from this offering. Morgan Stanley is the underwriter for this transaction. The offering will follow an effective registration statement and a prospectus. Interested parties can access relevant documents through the SEC's website. This press release does not constitute an offer or solicitation to buy securities in any jurisdiction where it would be unlawful.
Coty Inc. reported revenues of $4.63 billion for FY21, exceeding guidance with 89.6% YoY growth in Q4. The Americas and Asia Pacific regions saw significant recovery, particularly in prestige products. Coty's e-commerce sales surged, contributing to a gross margin of 60%. Despite a reported operating loss of $48.6 million for FY21, adjusted EBITDA reached $760.4 million. The company is on track for low teens sales growth in FY22 and plans a partial IPO of its Brazil business to enhance growth. Cost savings exceeded expectations with $330 million in FY21.
Coty Inc. (NYSE: COTY) has appointed Constantin Sklavenitis as Chief Prestige Brands Officer, effective September 6. Sklavenitis comes from M·A·C Cosmetics, where he was Senior Vice President and General Manager of North America. He will report to CEO Sue Y. Nabi and oversee strategic growth in prestige makeup and skincare. Nabi highlighted Sklavenitis' extensive experience of over 24 years in beauty and retail as a critical asset for enhancing Coty's prestige offerings. This leadership change aims to bolster Coty’s global market share in luxury fragrances and cosmetics.
Coty Inc. (NYSE: COTY) is relaunching Kylie Cosmetics with clean, vegan formulas and new packaging. The brand will be available globally at select retailers and on a new Direct-to-Consumer website starting July 15. Kylie Jenner emphasizes the use of high-performance ingredients without harmful additives. The new product range includes long-lasting lip kits and blush that enhance skin health. Coty aims to cater to Gen Z with this revamped line, which will also debut at Ulta Beauty in August, allowing consumers to shop their entire beauty routine in one place.
Calvin Klein, a subsidiary of PVH Corp, launched a global advertising campaign for the new men's fragrance Calvin Klein Defy, featuring actor Richard Madden. The campaign represents a journey of defiance, showcased through Madden's authentic moments. The fragrance, crafted by renowned perfumers, combines citrus, vetiver oil from Haiti, and amber notes, encapsulating modern masculinity. It's available in select countries and will roll out globally. To celebrate, a Twitch tournament will offer consumers a chance to engage with top streamers and win prizes.